ABOUT ENTERTAINTECH AND LEISURE ATTRACTIONS UAE
The government of the UAE is actively involved in the development and promotion of the leisure attractions, museums, and entertainment technology. The government recognizes the potential of this industry to drive economic growth and job creation, as well as to promote the country's cultural heritage and attract tourists from around the world. The leisure attractions and entertainment market in the UAE is a growing industry, driven by the country's strong tourism sector and the desire to provide innovative and unique experiences to visitors. The market is driven by the development of new and innovative leisure attractions, such as theme parks, water parks, and family entertainment centers.
 
In addition, the UAE is home to several world-class museums, such as the Louvre Abu Dhabi, Dubai Museum, and Sharjah Art Museum. These museums attract visitors from around the world and contribute significantly to the country's tourism industry.
 
The entertainment tech market in the UAE is also growing, with the adoption of technologies such as virtual and augmented reality, artificial intelligence, and 5G. These technologies are being used to enhance visitor experiences in museums and other leisure attractions, as well as to create new forms of entertainment, such as e-sports.
 
Overall, the leisure attractions, museums, and entertainment tech market in the UAE presents significant opportunities for growth and innovation, driven by the country's strong tourism industry and its desire to provide visitors with unique and memorable experiences.

Speakers

Alex Schrott

Head of Waterparks Global & Head of Amusement Rides Middle East TUV SUD
Alex Schrott

Amal Al Barout

Sales Director Miral Destinations
Amal Al Barout

Daniel Orti

ME Director Acciona Cultura
Daniel Orti

Fadi Shurbaji

Senior ITS Manager Majid Al Futtaim Leisure and Entertainment
Fadi Shurbaji

Geoff Thatcher

Founder & Chief Creative Officer Creative Principals
Geoff Thatcher

Ghassan Assi

Chief Operating Officer Trampo Extreme | Board Member, MENALAC
Ghassan Assi

Hitesh Mirani

General Manager McARTHUR Retail Development Specialists
Hitesh Mirani

Ivaylo Sotirov

Commercial Director Walltopia
Ivaylo Sotirov

Joel Thatcher

Creative Writer Creative Principals
Joel Thatcher

Lennard Otto

Managing Director Global Leisure & Entertainment & LEOS
Lennard Otto

Mark Powell Kyffin

Architecture Section Head Department of Culture and Tourism
Mark Powell  Kyffin

Mark Wijman

Executive Director AEDP
Mark Wijman

Marta Bural

Partner Retail Development and Leasing revo
Marta Bural

Martin Andonovski

Customer Engagement Director Miral Destinations
Martin Andonovski

Matt Dean

Environmental Scenic Art Director Matt’s Craft
Matt Dean

Nyck Murphy

Head of Entertainment IMG Worlds of Adventure
Nyck Murphy

Rachid Laurent Elameri

General Manager Fever Middle East
Rachid Laurent Elameri

Timothy Sau Kin NG

Vice President of Operations Miral Experiences
Timothy Sau Kin NG

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